Nine problems related to engine have been reported for the 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
On several occasions, the Blazer suffers from sudden acceleration as I depressed the brake pedal. It has happened at least 6 times in the last year. I have also noticed the sudden acceleration when I come to a full stop at a stoplight.
Vehicle engine caught on fire while driving. The consumer stopped at middle ridge service plaza and noticed smoke coming from the engine. The fire was extinguished with a fire extinguisher. Damage to the vehicle consisted of hoses, wires and insulation under hood. Consumer had no recent engine problems.
Enough oil is not being supplied to engine. Dealer has been notified, please provide further information.
Dip stick is extremely rusty. Consumer feels rust that build up could be a result of dirt falling into the oil pan. Dealer has been contacted. Please give any further details.
Sewell Cadillac ,Chevrolet dealer,@ 701 baronne at girod, new orleans, louisiana. Quoted me $2900. 00 to fix, said a valve failed and have to replace whole system. The replacement looks nothing like what I had. Am I the only one this has happened to? also I was in new orleans at the time of the failure, I was in the middle of mardi gras parade traffic, for 2 1/2hrs. Of stop and go cars,& people walking in front of my Blazer. I was extremely lucky that no one was hurt because of this failure, with the exception of my nerves. I don't feel that the system should have failed, on such a young vehicle. God forbid it would have gone while on the highway. Thankyou for hearing me out. Also, I presently have a file # with chevy about this situation, the number is 000107487. Quinta daniels was the representative I spoke with, on Monday, March 6,2000.
Brakes/rotors; when driving the vehicle and applying the brakes they go completely to the floor and the vehicle does not stop. January 1997, took to champion Chevrolet and they said there was no problem. Vehicle is in shop now because the motor blew the rods up for the second time.
Valve seal failed.
Oil sensor is defective, oil indicator light comes on intermittently. Tt.
Piston rings failed.